Direct (nonstop) flights from Seoul to Beijing

3 airlines fly nonstop from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Daxing International Airport (PKX). It's 561 miles (903 km), about 2h 5m in the air. Operated by Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

ICN
Incheon International Airport
🇰🇷 Seoul, Republic of Korea
PKX
Daxing International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
Flight Time
2h 5m
Distance
561 mi
903 km
CO₂/pax
104 kg
−30 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Air China +2
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Air China Air China China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
ICN → PKX
Flight Time
2h 5m
Distance
561 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
ICN → PKX
Flight Time
2h 5m
Distance
561 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
ICN → PKX
Flight Time
2h 5m
Distance
561 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Seoul to Beijing with one stop · direct emits 104 kg CO₂ per passenger

ICN WEH (Weihai) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 15m (232 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (354 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 134 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → WEH
1h 15m · 232 mi
View ICN to WEH flights →
Leg 2
WEH → PKX
1h 30m · 354 mi
View WEH to PKX flights →
ICN DLC (Dalian) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 20m (286 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (277 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 129 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → DLC
1h 20m · 286 mi
View ICN to DLC flights →
Leg 2
DLC → PKX
1h 30m · 277 mi
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ICN YNT (Yantai) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 33m (300 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (278 mi) Total: ~2h 58m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → YNT
1h 33m · 300 mi
View ICN to YNT flights →
Leg 2
YNT → PKX
1h 25m · 278 mi
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ICN YNZ (Yancheng) PKX
Leg 1: 2h (448 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (469 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 195 kg CO₂ (+88% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → YNZ
2h · 448 mi
View ICN to YNZ flights →
Leg 2
YNZ → PKX
1h 40m · 469 mi
View YNZ to PKX flights →
ICN YTY (Yangzhou) PKX
Leg 1: 2h 10m (508 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (513 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+106% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → YTY
2h 10m · 508 mi
View ICN to YTY flights →
Leg 2
YTY → PKX
1h 35m · 513 mi
View YTY to PKX flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Seoul to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from Seoul (ICN) to Beijing (PKX) takes approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 561 miles (903 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Seoul to Beijing?

3 airlines: Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Seoul to Beijing?

Yes. 3 airlines: Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Seoul from Beijing?

The flight distance from Seoul to Beijing is 561 miles (903 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Seoul and Beijing?

Beijing is 1 hour behind Seoul. (Asia/Seoul vs Asia/Shanghai.)

What type of aircraft flies from Seoul to Beijing?

At 2h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Republic of Korea to China?

Depends on your passport. Check with the China embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Seoul to Beijing?

Roughly 104 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 520 km.

Is the return flight from Beijing to Seoul also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Beijing?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Incheon International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.